VOICED : "EEUU no tiene derecho a dar lecciones" sobre derechos humanos, dice Cuba

Cuba's Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Carlos Fernández de Cosío, addresses US accusations regarding human rights. He criticizes the US for its own human rights record and questions its authority to judge others. The US has intensified its criticism of Cuba following the July 11 protests in Havana, where over 700 protesters were prosecuted. Cuba claims due process was followed. The Cuban government highlights the impact of the US embargo, which has intensified since Trump's presidency and remains under Biden. Fernández de Cosío condemns the US for tightening the embargo during the pandemic, calling it cruel and unforgettable for Cubans.

What is the main argument made by Carlos Fernández de Cosío regarding the U.S. and human rights?

• The U.S. should not lecture other countries on human rights.

• Cuba has nothing to improve in terms of human rights.

• The U.S. has a flawless record on human rights.

• Cuba should follow the U.S. example in human rights.

How did the Cuban government respond to the protests on July 11?

• By immediately lifting all charges against protesters.

• By increasing the number of protests.

• By acknowledging the legal proceedings against protesters.

• By ignoring the protests completely.

What context did the Cuban government provide for the protests?

• A new trade agreement with the U.S.

• A tightening of the U.S. embargo.

• An increase in U.S. economic support.

• A decrease in U.S. sanctions.

What has been the U.S. approach to the economic blockade under President Biden?

• The blockade has remained unchanged.

• The blockade has been lifted completely.

• Sanctions have been intensified.

• The blockade has been reduced significantly.

How does Fernández de Cosío describe the U.S. actions during the pandemic?

• As a diplomatic success.

• As an act of cruelty.

• As a sign of solidarity.

• As a necessary measure.